DJS Superintendent III

Cheltenham Youth Detention Center

11003 Frank Tippett Rd.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute in various ways, including: 

 Driving operational excellence: Overseeing the preparation and submission of budgetary and staffing requirements, ensuring the Center operates with the necessary resources to maintain safety, security, and efficiency.

 Shaping policies and procedures: Establishing, approving, and adapting policies for all Residential Youth Center programs to align with departmental guidelines and support continuous improvement.

  Setting impactful goals and standards: Defining clear objectives and performance measures to ensure youth receive optimal care and services while empowering staff to achieve peak performance.

 Leading and mentoring staff: Guiding subordinate supervisor through regular feedback and performance reviews to build a cohesive, high-performing team.

 Building a strong organizational foundation: Assessing and implementing effective organizational structures and staff solutions to mee the facility’s operational demands.

 Championing professional growth: Identifying and addressing staff training needs, equipping youth team with the latest knowledge and tools to excel in their roles and embrace industry advancements.

 Fostering community and stakeholder collaboration: Acting as a liaison with managers, officials, and community partners, cultivating partnerships and enhancing public relations to support the Center’s mission.

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate recognized by the Maryland State Board of Education, as required by Correctional Training Commission regulations.

Experience: Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in facility management or operations, including at least three (3) years of supervisory or managerial experience in a juvenile detention, residential youth treatment program, or similar institutional setting.

Note: An Associate’s degree in criminal justice, social sciences, or behavioral sciences may substitute for up to one (1) year of the required general experience.  A Bachelor’s degree may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required general experience.

The preferred candidate for this position may possess any of the following qualifications:

•  A Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, Public Administration, or a related field
•  Experience in preparing and managing budgets, ensuring efficient resource allocation to meet facility needs and maintaining operational success
•  Experience with developing, enforcing, and evaluating policies that align with State and departmental guidelines
• Experience with setting clear goals , conducting performance evaluations, and addressing staff training and development needs.

Please ensure that your completed application includes sufficient information to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All documentation related to your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information received after this date will not be considered. Candidates who meet the qualifications will remain on the certified eligible list for a period of one (1) year. This list may also be used to fill similar positions within this classification in the future.

The assessment will involve a rating of your application based on your education, training, and/or experience as it relates to the position’s requirements. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please report all relevant experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of equivalent American education, as determined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service, at the time of hire.

Please complete the supplemental questionnaire, if applicable. They will be used when rating applications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your completed application to receive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact the overall rating of your completed application.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The online application process is STRONGLY recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, you may submit a completed paper application and supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax to the addresses provided below. If using fax or regular mail, ensure each page includes your First and Last Name, the Recruitment Number (located at the top of the posting), and the last four digits of your SS#. Paper application materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. Applications received after this time, or those with incorrect forms, will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services

OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit

217 E. Redwood Street

Baltimore, MD 21202

Attn: Recruitment Team, Recruitment # 26-002627-0001

Fax number 410-333-4188

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the Maryland Department of Budget and Management,

Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, Recruitment and Examination Unit at djs.careers@maryland.gov. Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.

Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.

We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.